This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
The vendor makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents here and
specially disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any purpose.
Further the vendor reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes to
the contents here without obligation to notify any party beforehand.
Duplication of this publication, in part or in whole, is not allowed without first obtaining the
vendor’s approval in writing.
The content of this user’s manual is subject to be changed without notice and we will not
be responsible for any mistakes found in this user’s manual. All the brand and product
names are trademarks of their respective companies.
Dichiarazione di conformità
sintetica
Ai sensi dell’art. 2 comma 3 del D.M.
275 del 30/10/2002
Si dichiara che questo prodotto è
conforme alle normative vigenti e
soddisfa i requisiti essenziali richiesti
dalle direttive
2004/108/CE, 2006/95/CE e
1999/05/CE
quando ad esso applicabili
Short Declaration of conformity
We declare this product is complying
with the laws in force and meeting all
the essential requirements as specified
by the directives
Thank you for choosing our product. Before you start installing the
motherboard, please make sure you follow the instructions below:
Prepare a dry and stable working environment with sufficient
lighting.
Always disconnect the computer from power outlet before
operation.
Before you take the motherboard out from anti-static bag,
ground yourself properly by touching any safely grounded
appliance, or use grounded wrist strap to remove the static
charge.
Avoid touching the components on motherboard or the rear
side of the board unless necessary. Hold the board on the
edge, do not try to bend or flex the board.
Do not leave any unfastened small parts inside the case after
installation. Loose parts will cause short circuits which may
damage the equipment.
Keep the computer from dangerous area, such as heat
source, humid air and water.
The operating temperatures of the computer should be 0 to
45 degrees Celsius.
To avoid injury, be careful of:
Sharp pins on headers and connectors
Rough edges and sharp corners on the chassis
Damage to wires that could cause a short circuit
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1.2 Package Checklist
; Serial ATA Cable x4
; Rear I/O Panel for ATX Case x1
; User’s Manual x1
; Fully Setup Driver DVD x1
Note: The package contents may be different due to the sales region or models in which it was sold.
For more information about the standard package in your region, please contact your dealer or sales
representative.
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1.3 Motherboard Features
SPEC
Socket AM3+
CPU
FSB
Chipset
Super I/O
Main Memory
SATA III
LAN
Sound
USB3.0
Slots
On Board
Connectors
AMD Sempron / Phenom II / Athlon II / FX
processors (Maximum Watt: 140W)
Support HyperTransport 3.0
Supports up to 4.8 GT/s Bandwidth
AMD 970
AMD SB950
ITE 8728F-BX
Provides the most commonly used legacy Super
I/O functionality
Low Pin Count Interface
DDR3 DIMM Slots x 4
Max Memory Capacity 64GB
Each DIMM supports 512MB/
1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB DDR3
Integrated Serial ATA Controller
Realtek RTL 8111F
ALC892
Asmedia ASM1042 A4 Data transfer rates up to 600 MB/s
SATA Connector x6 Each connector supports 1 SATA device
Front Panel Connector x1 Supports front panel facilities
Front Audio Connector x1 Supports front panel audio function
S/PDIF out Connector x1 Supports digital audio out function
Consumer IR Connector x1 Supports infrared function
CPU Fan Header x1 CPU Fan power supply (with Smart Fan function)
System Fan Header x2 System Fan Power supply
CMOS clear Header x1 Restore CMOS data to factory default
USB2.0 Connector x2 Each connector supports 2 front panel USB2.0 ports
Printer Port Connector x1 Each connector supports 1 Printer port
AMD 64 Architecture enables 32 and 64 bit computing
Supports Hyper Transport 3.0
Environment Control initiatives
H/W Monitor
Fan Speed Controller
ITE's "Smart Guardian" function
Dual Channel Mode DDR3 memory module
Supports DDR3 800/1066/1333/1600/1866
Supports DDR3 2000 (OC)
Data transfer rates up to 6 Gb/s.
SATA Version 3.0 specification compliant.
RAID 0,1,5,10 support
10 / 100 Mb/s / 1Gb/s auto negotiation
Half / Full duplex capability
7.1channels audio out
Supports HD Audio
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SPEC
Serial Port Connector x1 Connects to RS-232 Port
Power Connector (24-Pin) x1 Connects to Power supply
Power Connector (4-Pin) x1 Connects to Power supply
PS/2 Keyboard x1
PS/2 Mouse x1
Back Panel
I/O
Board Size
OS Support
LAN port x1
USB2.0 Port x6
USB3.0 Port x2
Audio Jack x6
305 mm (L) x 225 mm (W) ATX
Windows XP / Vista / 7/ 8
1.4 Rear Panel Connectors
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Connects to PS/2 Keyboard
Connects to PS/2 Mouse
Connect to RJ-45 ethernet cable
Connect to USB2.0 devices
Connect to USB3.0 devices (by Asmedia ASM1042 A4)
and USB2.0/USB1.X devices (by SB950)
Provide Audio-In/Out and Mic. connection
Biostar reserves the right to add or remove support for any
OS With or without notice.
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1.5 Motherboard Layout
Note1: ■ represents the 1st pin.
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CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION
2.1 Installing Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Step 1: Pull the lever toward direction A from the socket and then raise the lever
up to a 90-degree angle.
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Step 2: Look for the white triangle on socket, and the gold triangle on CPU should
point towards this white triangle. The CPU will fit only in the correct
orientation.
Note: The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. Do not force the CPU into the socket to
prevent damaging the CPU.
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Step 3: Hold the CPU down firmly, and then close the lever toward direct B to
complete the installation.
2.2 Install a Heatsink
Step 1: Place the heatsink and fan assembly onto the retention frame. Match the
heatsink clip with the socket mounting-lug. Hook the spring clip to the
mounting-lug.
Step 2: On the other side, push the retention clip straight down to lock into the
plastic lug on the retention frame, and then press down the locker until it
stops.
Note1: Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector.
Note2: For proper installation, please kindly refer to the installation manual of your CPU heatsink.
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2.3 Fan Headers
These fan headers support cooling-fans built in the computer. The fan cable and
connector may be different according to the fan manufacturer. Connect the fan
cable to the connector while matching the black wire to pin#1.
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CPU_FAN1: CPU Fan Header
PinAssignment
1 Ground
2 +12V
3
FAN RPM rate sense
4 Smart Fan Control (By Fan)
SYS_FAN1/2: System Fan Header
PinAssignment
1 Ground
2 +12V
3
FAN RPM rate sense
Note: CPU_FAN1, SYS_FAN1/2 support 4-pin and 3-pin head connectors. When connecting
with wires onto connectors, please note that the red wire is the positive and should be
connected to pin#2, and the black wire is Ground and should be connected to GND.
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2.4 Installing System Memory
A. DDR3 Modules
Step 1: Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM
on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot.
Step 2: Insert the DIMM vertically and firmly into the slot until the retaining chip snap
back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
Note: If the DIMM does not go in smoothly, do not force it. Pull it all the way out and try again.
Please refer to the following requirements to activate Dual Channel function:
Install memory module of the same density in pairs, shown in the table.
Dual Channel Status DDR3_A1DDR3_A2DDR3_B1DDR3_B2
Enabled X O X O
Enabled O O O O
(O means memory installed, X means memory not installed.)
Note1: The DRAM bus width of the memory module must be the same (x8 or x16)
Note2: Memory module must be installed in DDR3-A2 or DDR3-B2 to boot the system.
D. DDR Speed Support
Please refer to the following table for DDR speed reference:
# of DIMM per Channel
1 of 2 UDIMMs O O O
2 of 2 UDIMMs O O X
DDR3-1333 DDR3-1600 DDR3-1866
DDR Speed (1.5V)
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2.5 Connectors and Slots
ATXPWR2: ATX Power Source Connector
This connector provides +12V to CPU power circuit.
ATXPWR1: ATX Power Source Connector
This connector allows user to connect 24-pin power connector on the ATX
power supply.
Note1: Before you power on the system, please make sure that both ATXPWR1 and
ATXPWR2 connectors have been plugged-in.
Note2: Insufficient power supplied to the system may result in instability or the
peripherals not functioning properly. Use of a PSU with a higher power output is
recommended when configuring a system with more power-consuming devices.
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PEX16_1: PCI-Express Gen2 x16 Slot
- PCI-Express 2.0 compliant.
- Maximum theoretical realized bandwidth of 8GB/s simultaneously per
direction, for an aggregate of 16GB/s totally.
PEX16_2: PCI-Express Gen2 x4 Slot
- PCI-Express 2.0 compliant.
- Data transfer bandwidth up to 2GB/s per direction;4GB/s in total.
Note: For more details about AMD CrossFireX, please access the website, respectively:
PCI stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect, and it is a bus standard for
expansion cards. This PCI slot is designated as 32 bits.
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Install an Expansion Card
You can install your expansion card by following steps:
1. Read the related expansion card's instruction document before install the
expansion card into the computer.
2. Remove your computer's chassis cover, screws and slot bracket from the
computer.
3. Place a card in the expansion slot and press down on the card until it is
completely seated in the slot.
4. Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.
5. Replace your computer's chassis cover.
6. Power on the computer, if necessary, change BIOS settings for the
expansion card.
7. Install related driver for the expansion card.
SATA1~SATA6: Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s Connectors
These connectors connect to SATA hard disk drives via SATA cables.
PinAssignment
1 Ground
2 TX+
3 TX4 Ground
5 RX6 RX+
7 Ground
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CHAPTER 3: HEADERS & JUMPERS SETUP
3.1 How to Setup Jumpers
The illustration shows how to set up jumpers. When the jumper cap is placed on
pins, the jumper is “close”, if not, that means the jumper is “open”.
Pin opened Pin closed Pin1-2 closed
3.2 Detail Settings
PANEL1: Front Panel Header
This 16-pin connector includes Power-on, Reset, HDD LED, Power LED, and
speaker connection. It allows user to connect the PC case’s front panel switch
functions.
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Pin Assignment Function Pin Assignment Function
1 +5V 9 N/A
2 N/A 10 N/A
3 N/A 11 N/A N/A
4 Speaker
5 HDD LED (+) 13Power LED (+)
6 HDD LED (-)
7 Ground 15 Power button
8 Reset control
Speaker
Connector
Hard drive
LED
Reset button
12Power LED (+)
14Power LED (-)
16Ground
N/A
Power LED
Power-on button
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JCMOS1: Clear CMOS Header
Placing the jumper on pin2-3 allows user to restore the BIOS safe setting and
the CMOS data. Please carefully follow the procedures to avoid damaging the
motherboard.
※ Clear CMOS Procedures:
1. Remove AC power line.
2. Set the jumper to “Pin 2-3 close”.
3. Wait for five seconds.
4. Set the jumper to “Pin 1-2 close”.
5. Power on the AC.
6. Load Optimal Defaults and save settings in CMOS.
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Pin 1-2 Close: Normal Operation
Pin 2-3 Close: Clear CMOS data.
(default).
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J_COM1: Serial port Connector
The motherboard has a Serial Port Connector for connecting RS-232 Port.
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PinAssignment
1Carrier detect
2Received data
3Transmitted data
4Data terminal ready
5Signal ground
6Data set read
7 Request to send
8 Clear to send
9 Ring indicator
10 NC
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F_AUDIO1: Front Panel Audio Header
This header allows user to connect the front audio output cable with the PC front
panel. This header allows only HD audio front panel connector; AC’97 connector
is not acceptable.
PinAssignment
1 Mic Left in
2 Ground
3 Mic Right in
4 GPIO
5 Right line in
6 Jack Sense
7 Front Sense
8 Key
9 Left line in
10 Jack Sense
JSPDIFOUT1: Digital Audio-out Connector
This connector allows user to connect the PCI bracket SPDIF output header.
Pin Assignment
1 +5V
2 SPDIF_OUT
3 Ground
CIR1: Consumer IR Connector
This header is for infrared remote control and communication.
PinAssignment
1 IrDA serial input
2 Ground
3 Ground
4 Key
5 IrDA serial output
6 IR Power
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J_PRINT1: Printer Port Connector
This header allows you to connector printer on the PC.
Pin Assignment Pin Assignment
1 -Strobe 14 Ground
2 -ALF 15 Data 6
3 Data 0 16 Ground
4 -Error 17 Data 7
5 Data 1 18 Ground
6 -Init 19 -ACK
7 Data 2 20 Ground
8 -Scltin 21 Busy
9 Data 3 22 Ground
10 Ground 23 PE
11 Data 4 24 Ground
12 Ground 25 SCLT
13 Data 5 26 Key
F_USB1/F_USB2: Headers for USB 2.0 Ports at Front Panel
These headers allow user to connect additional USB cable on the PC front panel,
and also can be connected with internal USB devices, like USB card reader.
For better system performance, the UEFI BIOS firmware is being
continuously updated. The UEFI BIOS information described below in this
manual is for your reference only and the actual UEFI BIOS information and
settings on board may be different from this manual
For further information of setting up the UEFI BIOS, please refer to the UEFI
BIOS Manual in the Setup DVD.
4.2 BIOS Update
There are three ways to update the BIOS:
BIOS Update Utility, BIOS Online Update Utility and BIOS Flasher.
1. BIOS Update Utility
1. Installing BIOS Update Utility from the DVD Driver.
2. Download the proper BIOS from www.biostar.com.tw .
3. Open BIOS Update Utility and
click the Update BIOS button on
the main screen.
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4. A warning message will show
up to request your agreement to
start the BIOS update. Click OK to
start the update procedure.
5. Choose the location for your
BIOS file in the system. Please
select the proper BIOS file, and
then click on Open. It will take
several minutes, please be
patient.
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6. After the BIOS Update process is
finished, click on OK to reboot the
system.
7. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, please press
the
After entering the BIOS setup, please go to the Save & Exit, using the Restore
Defaults function to load Optimized Defaults, and select Save Changes and
Reset to restart the computer. Then, the BIOS Update is completed.
<Delete> key to enter BIOS setup.
Backup BIOS
Click the Backup BIOS button on the
main screen for the backup of BIOS,
and select a proper location for your
backup BIOS file in the system, and
click Save.
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2. Online Update Utility
1. Installing BIOS Update Utility from the DVD Driver.
2. Please make sure the system is connected to the internet before using this
function.
3. Open BIOS Update Utility and
click the Online Update button
on the main screen.
4. An open dialog will show up to
request your agreement to
start the BIOS update. Click
Yes to start the online update
procedure.
5. If there is a new BIOS version,
the utility will ask you to
download it. Click Yes to
proceed.
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6. After the download is
completed, you will be asked
to program (update) the BIOS
or not. Click Yes to proceed.
7. After the updating process is
finished, you will be asked you
to reboot the system. Click OK
to reboot.
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8. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press
<Delete> key to enter BIOS setup.
After entering the BIOS setup, please go to the Save & Exit, using the Restore
Defaults function to load Optimized Defaults, and select Save Changes and
Reset to restart the computer. Then, the BIOS Update is completed.
3. BIOSTAR BIOS Flasher
BIOSTAR BIOS Flasher is a BIOS flashing utility providing you an easy and
simple way to update your BIOS via USB pen drive.
Note1: This utility only allows storage device with FAT32/16 format and single partition.
Note2: Shutting down or resetting the system while updating the BIOS will lead to system
boot failure.
The BIOSTAR BIOS Flasher is built in the BIOS ROM. To enter the utility, press
<F12> during the Power-On Self Tests (POST) procedure while booting up.
Updating BIOS with BIOSTAR BIOS Flasher
1. Go to the website to download the latest BIOS file for the motherboard.
2. Then, copy and save the BIOS file into a USB flash (pen) drive.
3. Insert the USB pen drive that contains the BIOS file to the USB port.
4. Power on or reset the computer and then press <F12> during the POST process.
5. After entering the POST
screen, the BIOS-FLASHER
utility pops out. Choose [fs0] to
search for the BIOS file.
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6. Select the proper BIOS file,
and a message asking if you
are sure to flash the BIOS file.
Click Yes to start updating
BIOS.
7. A dialog pops out after BIOS
flash is completed, asking you
to restart the system. Press the
[Y] key to restart system.
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8. While the system boots up and the full screen logo shows up, press
<Delete> key to enter BIOS setup.
After entering the BIOS setup, please go to the Save & Exit, using the Restore
Defaults function to load Optimized Defaults, and select Save Changes and
Reset to restart the computer. Then, the BIOS Update is completed.
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4.3 Software
Installing Software
1. Insert the Setup DVD to the optical drive. The driver installation program would
appear if the Autorun function has been enabled.
2. Select Software Installation, and then click on the respective software title.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Note1: All the information and content about following software are subject to be changed
without notice. For better performance, the software is being continuously updated.
Note2: The information and pictures described below are for your reference only. The actual
information and settings on board may be slightly different from this manual.
Launching Software
After the installation process is completed, you will see the software icon showing on
the desktop. Double-click the icon to launch it.
eHot-Line (Optional)
eHot-Line is a convenient utility that helps you to contact with our Tech-Support system.
This utility will collect the system information which is useful for analyzing the problem
you may have encountered, and then send these information to our tech-support
department to help you fix the problem.
Note: Before you use this utility, please set Outlook Express as your default e-mail client application
program.
represent s i mpor tant
*
in forma tio n that you
must provide. Wi thout
this information, you may
not be able to send out
the mail.
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This block will show
the i nfor mati on which
wou ld be c oll ecte d in
the mail.
Send the mail out.
Describe condition
*
of your system.
Save thes e in formation to a .t xt fil
Exit this dialog.
Select your area or
*
the area clos e t o y ou.
Pro vide t he e-ma il
address that you would
like to send the copy to.
Provide the name of
*
the memory module
manufacturer.
Provide the name of
the power supply
manufacturer and the
model no.
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After filling up this information, click “Send”
to send the mail out. A warning dialog would
appear asking for your confirmation; click
“Send” to confirm or “Do Not Send” to cancel.
If you want to save this information to a .txt file, click “Save As…” and then you will see
a saving dialog appears asking you to enter file name.
Enter the file name and then click “Save”.
Your system information will be saved to
a .txt file.
Open the saved .txt file, you will see
your system information including
motherboard/BIOS/CPU/video/
device/OS information. This information
is also concluded in the sent mail.
Note1: We will not share customer’s data with any other third parties, so please feel free to
provide your system information while using eHot-Line service.
Note2: If you are not using Outlook Express as your default e-mail client application, you may
need to save the system information to a .txt file and send the file to our tech support with other
e-mail application. Go to the following web http://www.biostar.com.tw/app/en/about/contact.php for
getting our contact information.
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CHAPTER 5: USEFUL HELP
5.1 Driver Installation
After you installed your operating system, please insert the Fully Setup Driver
DVD into your optical drive and install the driver for better system performance.
You will see the following window after you insert the DVD
The setup guide will auto detect your motherboard and operating system.
Note: If this window didn’t show up after you insert the Driver DVD, please use file browser
to locate and execute the file SETUP.EXE under your optical drive.
A. Driver Installation
To install the driver, please click on the Driver icon. The setup guide will list the
compatible driver for your motherboard and operating system. Click on each
device driver to launch the installation program.
B. Software Installation
To install the software, please click on the Software icon. The setup guide will list
the software available for your system, click on each software title to launch the
installation program.
C. Manual
Aside from the paperback manual, we also provide manual in the Driver DVD.
Click on the Manual icon to browse for available manual.
Note: You will need Acrobat Reader to open the manual file. Please download the latest
version of Acrobat Reader software from http://get.adobe.com/reader/
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5.2 AMI BIOS Beep Code
Boot Block Beep Codes
Number of Beeps Description
Continuing Memory sizing error or Memory module not found
POST BIOS Beep Codes
Number of Beeps Description
1 Success booting.
8 Display memory error (system video adapter)
5.3 Troubleshooting
Probable Solution
1. There is no power in the system.
Power LED does not shine; the fan
of the power supply does not work
2. Indicator light on keyboard does
not shine.
System is inoperative. Keyboard lights
are on, power indicator lights are lit,
and hard drives are running.
System does not boot from a hard disk
drive, but can be booted from optical
drive.
System only boots from an optical
drive. Hard disks can be read,
applications can be used, but system
fails to boot from a hard disk.
Screen message shows “Invalid
Configuration” or “CMOS Failure.”
System cannot boot after user installs
a second hard drive.
1. Make sure power cable is securely
plugged in.
2. Replace cable.
3. Contact technical support.
Using even pressure on both ends of the
DIMM, press down firmly until the module
snaps into place.
1. Check cable running from disk to
disk controller board. Make sure
both ends are securely plugged in;
check the drive type in the standard
CMOS setup.
2. Backing up the hard drive is
extremely important. All hard disks
are capable of breaking down at any
time.
1. Back up data and applications files.
2. Reformat the hard drive. Re-install
applications and data using backup
disks.
Review system’s equipment. Make sure
correct information is in setup.
1. Set master/slave jumpers correctly.
2. Run SETUP program and select
correct drive types. Call the drive
manufacturers for compatibility with
other drives.
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CPU Overheated
If the system shutdown automatically after power on system for seconds, that
means the CPU protection function has been activated.
When the CPU is over heated, the motherboard will shutdown automatically to
avoid a damage of the CPU, and the system may not power on again.
In this case, please double check:
1. The CPU cooler surface is placed evenly with the CPU surface.
2. CPU fan is rotated normally.
3. CPU fan speed is fulfilling with the CPU speed.
After confirmed, please follow steps below to relief the CPU protection
function.
1. Remove the power cord from power supply for seconds.
2. Wait for seconds.
3. Plug in the power cord and boot up the system.
Or you can:
1. Clear the CMOS data.
(See “Close CMOS Header: JCMOS1” section)
2. Wait for seconds.
3. Power on the system again.
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5.4 RAID Functions
Operating System
Supports Windows Vista , Windows 7 and Windows 8.
Raid Arrays
RAID supports the following types of RAID arrays:
RAID 0: RAID 0 defines a disk striping scheme that improves disk read and write
times for many applications.
RAID 1: RAID 1 defines techniques for mirroring data.
RAID 10: RAID 10 combines the techniques used in RAID 0 and RAID 1.
RAID 5: RAID 5 provides fault tolerance and better utilization of disk capacity.
RAID Definitions
RAID 0:
The controller “stripes” data across multiple drives in a RAID 0 array system. It
breaks up a large file into smaller blocks and performs disk reads and writes
across multiple drives in parallel. The size of each block is determined by the
stripe size parameter, which you set during the creation of the RAID set based on
the system environment. This technique reduces overall disk access time and
offers high bandwidth.
Features and Benefits
Drives: Minimum 2, and maximum is up to 6 or 8. Depending on the
platform.
Uses: Intended for non-critical data requiring high data throughput, or any
environment that does not require fault tolerance.
Benefits: provides increased data throughput, especially for large files. No
capacity loss penalty for parity.
Drawbacks: Does not deliver any fault tolerance. If any drive in the array
fails, all data is lost.
Fault Tolerance: No.
Total Capacity: (Minimal. HDD Capacity) x (Connected HDDs Amount)
Block 1
Block 3
Block 5
Block 2
Block 4
Block 6
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RAID 1:
Every read and write is actually carried out in parallel across 2 disk drives in a
RAID 1 array system. The mirrored (backup) copy of the data can reside on the
same disk or on a second redundant drive in the array. RAID 1 provides a
hot-standby copy of data if the active volume or drive is corrupted or becomes
unavailable because of a hardware failure.
RAID techniques can be applied for high-availability solutions, or as a form of
automatic backup that eliminates tedious manual backups to more expensive and
less reliable media.
Features and Benefits
Drives: Minimum 2, and maximum is 2.
Uses: RAID 1 is ideal for small databases or any other application that
requires fault tolerance and minimal capacity.
Benefits: Provides 100% data redundancy. Should one drive fail, the
controller switches to the other drive.
Drawbacks: Requires 2 drives for the storage space of one drive.
Performance is impaired during drive rebuilds.
Fault Tolerance: Yes.
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Block 1
Block 2
Block 3
Block 1
Block 2
Block 3
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RAID 10:
RAID 1 drives can be stripped using RAID 0 techniques.Resulting in a RAID 10
solution for improved resiliency, performance and rebuild performance.
Features and Benefits
Drives: Minimum 4, and maximum is 6 or 8, depending on the platform.
Benefits: Optimizes for both fault tolerance and performance, allowing for
automatic redundancy. May be simultaneously used with other RAID levels
in an array, and allows for spare disks.
Drawbacks: Requires twice the available disk space for data redundancy,
the same as RAID level 1.
Fault Tolerance: Yes.
Block 1
Block 3
Block 5
Block 1
Block 3
Block 5
Block 2
Block 4
Block 6
Block 2
Block 4
Block 6
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RAID 5:
RAID 5 stripes both data and parity information across three or more drives. It
writes data and parity blocks across all the drives in the array. Fault tolerance is
maintained by ensuring that the parity information for any given block of data is
placed on a different drive from those used to store the data itself.
Features and Benefits
Drives: Minimum 3.
Uses: RAID 5 is recommended for transaction processing and general
purpose service.
Benefits: An ideal combination of good performance, good fault tolerance,
and high capacity and storage efficiency.
Drawbacks: Individual block data transfer rate same as a single disk. Write
performance can be CPU intensive.
Fault Tolerance: Yes.
Disk 1
DATA 1
DATA 3
PAR ITY
DATA 7
DATA 9
PAR ITY
Disk 2
DATA 2
PAR ITY
DATA 5
DATA 8
PAR ITY
DATA 11
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Disk 3
PAR ITY
DATA 4
DATA 6
PAR ITY
DATA 10
DATA 12
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Spezifikationen
Die AMD 64-Architektur unterstützt eine 32-Bit- und
64-Bit-Datenverarbeitung
Unterstützt Hyper Transport 3.0
Umgebungskontrolle,
Hardware-Überwachung
Lüfterdrehzahl-Controller
"Smart Guardian"-Funktion von ITE
Dual-Kanal DDR3 Speichermodul
Unterstützt DDR3 800/1066/1333/1600/1866
Unterstützt DDR3 2000 (OC)
Datentransferrate bis zu 6 Gb/s
Konform mit der SATA-Spezifikation Version 3.0
Unterstützt RAID 0,1,5,10
10 / 100 / 1000 Mb/s Auto-Negotiation
Halb-/ Vollduplex-Funktion
7.1-Kanal-Audioausgabe
Unterstützt High-Definition Audio
CPU
FSB
Chipsatz
Super E/A
Arbeitsspeicher
SATA III
LAN
Audio-Codec
Sockel AM3+
AMD Sempron / Phenom II / Athlon II / FX
Prozessoren (Maximales Watt: 140W)
Unterstützt HyperTransport 3.0 mit einer
Bandbreite von bis zu 4.8 GT/s
AMD 970
AMD SB950
ITE 8728F-BX
Bietet die häufig verwendeten alten Super
E/A-Funktionen.
Low Pin Count-Schnittstelle
DDR3 DIMM-Steckplätze x 4
Max. 64GB Arbeitsspeicher
Jeder DIMM unterstützt 512MB/
1GB/2GB/4GB/8GB/16GB DDR3.
Integrierter Serial ATA-Controller
Realtek RTL 8111F
ALC892
USB3.0
Steckplätze
Onboard-Ansc
hluss
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Asmedia ASM1042 A4 Datenübertragungsraten bis zu 600 MB / s